Associate Vice Chancellor Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Position: Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Position Information

Position Title: Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Working Title: AVC for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Position Number: 001310

Full-Time: Full Time

Time Limited Position: No

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: ITS

Posting Number: 0401816

SHRA/EHRA: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Job Category: Professional

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position

Competency:

Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Primary Purpose of the Organization

Information Technology Services (ITS) explores, implements, maintains, and supports technologies that enable the university to achieve its academic and administrative goals as outlined in FSU's Strategic Plan. ITS is committed to empowering students, faculty, and staff through reliable, secure, innovative, and future‑ready technology solutions that foster operational excellence and advance the university's teaching, research, and service missions.

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology / Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides visionary leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for all technology initiatives at Fayetteville State University. As a direct report to the Chief Operating Officer and a key member of the senior leadership team, the CIO ensures that technology strategies and resources align with institutional priorities to advance student success, enable faculty research, strengthen operational efficiency, and enhance the overall campus experience.

The CIO oversees the planning, development, and delivery of secure, effective, and innovative IT services, including academic and administrative computing, enterprise applications, IT and data governance, privacy and compliance, cybersecurity, data analytics, instructional technology, and IT infrastructure. This leader fosters a culture of continuous improvement, service excellence, data integrity, and collaboration across the university.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive IT leadership experience, preferably in higher education or similarly complex environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in IT governance, data governance and privacy, enterprise systems, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and emerging technologies.
• Proven experience in budget management, vendor negotiations, and strategic planning.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related discipline.
• Experience leading data governance, privacy compliance initiatives, and digital transformation projects in higher‑education or research‑intensive institutions.

Notice to Applicants

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, do not use the phrase "see resume." Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contacted if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Additional

Information for Applicants

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification, and a credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment. It does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status.

Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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